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68 IRON · 07-26-2011, 03:07 PM

I would like to change ignition switch with an accessory side....can this be done without too much hassle? My 68 doesnt have an accessory select on it. Everything else is stock. I think it would require a new switch and wiring ( I'm weak on wiring....) Any help will be appreciated.

oldblue1968chevy · 07-26-2011, 03:13 PM

My 68 has acc position....

is yours the 'small' 67 ignition possibly not having acc?

68 IRON · 07-26-2011, 03:40 PM

I've read from Longhorn man and Locdoc that 67's and some 68's didn't have accessory on the switch. I've also heard that its as easy as switching the wire from the ignition side to the accessory side once the switch has been changed (with the switch change giving the ability to turn the key in that direction, accessory isolates power to fan, radio etc... and the ignition powers everything) Just wondering if this is correct. Any links that touch on this mod?

chopnchaneled · 07-26-2011, 03:40 PM

My 68 has no acc, its an early one. also has no dimple for power steering.

I know this is not an answer your question, but i would also like to know.

chewychevy67 · 07-26-2011, 04:21 PM

i tried an accessory ignition switch in my 67 gmc and the accessory did not power anything. I did not persue it any further so not sure what the solution would be. Could be as simpe as changing a wire position behind the switch but am unsure.

oldblue1968chevy · 07-26-2011, 04:53 PM

my 68 is early too..good luck! locdoc is smart he'll chime in soon

Maxxd07 · 07-26-2011, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by chopnchaneled

My 68 has no acc, its an early one. also has no dimple for power steering.

I know this is not an answer your question, but i would also like to know.

My 68 is the same way so I would like to know as well.
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68 IRON · 07-26-2011, 08:05 PM

Maxx, what is your assembly number? Just wondering....mine has a dimple and its, I think 130,xxx something. I'll have to check again.
Oldblue, ya them guys are! LocDoc......WHERE ARE YOU?!?!

pritch · 07-26-2011, 09:10 PM

It must be more common to not have. I have 3 '68's (well, 2 trucks and a wiring harness

) and none of them have the ACC position.

Maxxd07 · 07-26-2011, 11:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68 IRON

Maxx, what is your assembly number? Just wondering....mine has a dimple and its, I think 130,xxx something. I'll have to check again.
Oldblue, ya them guys are! LocDoc......WHERE ARE YOU?!?!

I have no clue as of now and it is taking a loooonnnggg nap in the corner of the shop with another pickup infront of the drivers door. It would take me an hour of moving crap just to get to it.

oldblue1968chevy · 07-27-2011, 12:01 AM

The ACC is far left about 1030 position, right?

Maxxd07 · 07-27-2011, 12:05 AM

Yea something like that, turn to the left of the off position.

07-26-2011, 03:07 PM	#1
68 IRON Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Olympia, WA Posts: 736	Non accessory to accessory? I would like to change ignition switch with an accessory side....can this be done without too much hassle? My 68 doesnt have an accessory select on it. Everything else is stock. I think it would require a new switch and wiring ( I'm weak on wiring....) Any help will be appreciated.

07-26-2011, 03:13 PM	#2
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Non accessory to accessory? My 68 has acc position.... is yours the 'small' 67 ignition possibly not having acc? __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

07-26-2011, 03:40 PM	#3
68 IRON Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Olympia, WA Posts: 736	Re: Non accessory to accessory? I've read from Longhorn man and Locdoc that 67's and some 68's didn't have accessory on the switch. I've also heard that its as easy as switching the wire from the ignition side to the accessory side once the switch has been changed (with the switch change giving the ability to turn the key in that direction, accessory isolates power to fan, radio etc... and the ignition powers everything) Just wondering if this is correct. Any links that touch on this mod?

07-26-2011, 03:40 PM	#4
chopnchaneled Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Atlanta, Ga. Posts: 1,050	Re: Non accessory to accessory? My 68 has no acc, its an early one. also has no dimple for power steering. I know this is not an answer your question, but i would also like to know.

07-26-2011, 04:21 PM	#5
chewychevy67 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Here Posts: 5,426	Re: Non accessory to accessory? i tried an accessory ignition switch in my 67 gmc and the accessory did not power anything. I did not persue it any further so not sure what the solution would be. Could be as simpe as changing a wire position behind the switch but am unsure.

07-26-2011, 04:53 PM	#6
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Non accessory to accessory? my 68 is early too..good luck! locdoc is smart he'll chime in soon __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

07-26-2011, 08:05 PM	#8
68 IRON Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Olympia, WA Posts: 736	Re: Non accessory to accessory? Maxx, what is your assembly number? Just wondering....mine has a dimple and its, I think 130,xxx something. I'll have to check again. Oldblue, ya them guys are! LocDoc......WHERE ARE YOU?!?!

07-26-2011, 09:10 PM	#9
pritch Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Hoytsville, Utah Posts: 3,365	Re: Non accessory to accessory? It must be more common to not have. I have 3 '68's (well, 2 trucks and a wiring harness) and none of them have the ACC position. __________________ '68 Panel Project Boogie Chillin' '68 C-10 Ol' Green

07-27-2011, 12:01 AM	#11
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Non accessory to accessory? The ACC is far left about 1030 position, right? __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

07-27-2011, 12:05 AM	#12
Maxxd07 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: ND Posts: 520	Re: Non accessory to accessory? Yea something like that, turn to the left of the off position. __________________ Name: Les ---------------------- Couple 80s Couple 70s One 68



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